<p>While I was reading through the NYU threads I've seen alot of GSP-related ones. And in most of the discussions, there's ususally an argument whether GSP is good or not. I've always thought that GSP kids are NYU-wannabes. I see kids in NYU and I honestly cannot understand how they got into NYU and when I ask what school they're in and they say GSP, then I understand. But I know that there are kids who get into GSP who have really good grades and scores and they're just put in there through bad luck. So is GSP worth going to NYU for (and paying for the exact same tuition as well)???? I still think people should NOT pay that much money to go to GSP. I mean, come on, they say it's "guaranteed transfer" but in reality you have get at least 3.0 gpa (a "B") by the end of your sophomore year. That is not that easy to get. I mean, GSP people are probably saying, "oh, i can get at least a 3.0 for sure." but...what if you don't? for the rest of NYU students, if they get a 2.4 or a 2.6 or a 2.7 they are still going on to their junior year regardless of their ****ty GPA. but for you GSP kids? it's bye-bye to NYU. think about it. you guys still don't believe? let's see the statistics, shall we? They say that GSP was created in 1972 and since then they have been accepting approximatlely 1000 kids into GSP each year. That makes around 35,000 kids that have went to NYU for GSP so far (1000 kids for 35 years). NYU says that so far, 11,000 kids have "successfully graduated NYU with degrees". 11,000??? That's what, like 315 students per year who go on to graduate NYU? Out of the 1000+ students that go to GSP each year? hmm...so that means around 700 kids each year in GSP waste at least a few grands on NYU. Sounds to me, that it's just a clever idea by NYU to get some money off of some people without having to enroll them as "NYU" students. is it just me or am i just being too negative?</p>
<p>they accept 1000 students per year, but probably only like 200 max attend.</p>
<p>I think you're being way too negative. What about those students who really wanted to go to NYU and simply couldn't compete with some of the other students in more selective programs within the university? What about students who are so dedicated this university, and their grades are too "iffy," but NYU sees their commitment and drive so they accept them to see how well they do at the college for two years? It's not a gimmick...at least not to myself.</p>
<p>They have graduated 11,000 GSP students because those 11,000 proved themselves worthy. It's really no different than being kicked out for poor performance at any other college or university...</p>
<p>percpaul: according to the nyu statistics, they said that it was 1,000 kids ENTER nyu as GSP students. </p>
<p>ianjt: no different than being kicked out of different schools for poor grades? No other schools would kick out a "regular" student for a gpa less than 3.0. With NYU, you have to get a gpa less than 2.0 TWICE to get kicked out. I still think GSP is a gimmick. sorry.</p>
<p>Perhaps, but not every student has as renowned a staff as NYU does.</p>
<p>If you think about it, what does a college want? Money and a name obviously. Who is going to bring that? Students who are successful. Who is going to be a successful student? A student who pushes and proves him/herself will be successful in the long run. </p>
<p>Just a thought...</p>
<p>is it really that difficult to maintain at least a 3.0 gpa in college?</p>
<p>it's not THAT difficult but it really isn't a definite shoe-in. it could go either way. you could get over a 3.0 and you could get below. maybe you had a bad class, bad test day, etc. but it's not like your gpa has to be at least 2.0. that's much more easier.</p>
<p>ok well that makes sense but thats not what you said</p>
<p>huh? umm..i believe it is.</p>
<p>I think about 85-90% of gsp successfully kids transfer to cas/stern/tisch. You basically get the same degree as the regular kids of you maintain a 3.0 gpa, which I not that hard if you study. And during your freshmen year, you will fulfill the map courses (required for all) so gsp isn't a waste 2 years. However if you cannot maintain a 3.0, then yes, gsp won't be worth the money.</p>
<p>Out of the 35,000 GSP students who went to NYU so far, 11,000 students went on. Doesn''t sound like 85-90% to me.</p>
<p>its on their website, check it out. Gees, you are very bitter toward gsp students aren't you?</p>
<p>gsp. wat a joke.</p>
<p>You talk about GSP being a joke, but then mention how you feel bad for the students that cannot pull a 3.0 and are wasting a money. The students that are pullin GPAs less than 3.0 in GSP are the jokes. Therefore according to your beliefs there is no problem with eliminating less intelligent students from NYU. Bottom line, if you want NYU, work for the GPA. No one that is trying really hard should be pulling GPAs less than 3.0 in GSP.</p>
<p>Yep, I 100% agree. It seems as if euphoria is trying to make her worthless life seem special by bashing other kids, even though she will never be as successful as them. Go ahead, euphoria, list your school and major - there must be a reason, however idiotic, that you think that what you're doing is so much better than what is being done in GSP. However for your own sake, I wouldn't give out too much information other than that- you're getting a lot of people to hate you and you don't want someone finding out you're true identity. </p>
<p>As a note to future students, idiotic worthless pieces of ***** such as euphoria are not as common as you would think here at NYU - the university generally does a good job of admitting students to all schools who are very intelligent and accepting of all students. They are not ignorant like euphoria. I guess it's the sheer number of applications that allow idiots like euphoria to slip through the cracks.</p>
<p>so much animosity. there must be a good reason why euphoria thinks this way. no need to insult her. but i do agree with the above. as long as gsp kids are hard-working, there is ABSOLUTELY, again ABSOLUTELY nothing wrong with being gsp (which can be said of anybody in any circumstance that seems slightly less desirable). The education might not be as desirable for a highly motivated student, but it is compensated by a more fostering environment.</p>
<p>oh my gosh, so much anger here. haha. i'm guessing these people are gsp people who are ****ed off at euphoria. I kind of agree with euphoria but whatever.</p>